Neuron Types and Functions
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What is the characteristic of a pseudounipolar neuron?

  • It has no axons but multiple dendrites
  • It has one process that divides into two long axonal branches (correct)
  • It has only one dendrite and multiple axons
  • It has multiple dendrites and axons
  • What is the main function of Microvilli in Ependymal cells?

  • To facilitate the movement of CSF
  • To provide structural support to CNS
  • To produce myelin
  • To absorb substances (correct)
  • What type of fibers convey sensations of pain, temperature, touch, and pressure from the body surface?

  • Motor neurons
  • Somatic afferent fibers (correct)
  • Efferent fibers
  • Visceral afferent fibers
  • Which type of Astrocytes have few, long processes and are found in White matter?

    <p>Fibrous Astrocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the plasma membrane in dendrites of motor neurons?

    <p>It is specialized for impulse generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of the axon of a motor neuron?

    <p>It has one terminal and is responsible for impulse conduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Oligodendrocytes?

    <p>To produce myelin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Microglia in the Central Nervous System?

    <p>To act as specialized phagocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the cell bodies of sensory neurons located?

    <p>In the dorsal root ganglia and cranial nerve ganglia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most numerous type of glial cell in the Central Nervous System?

    <p>Astrocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Astrocytes in the Blood-brain barrier?

    <p>To induce vascular endothelial cells to form a seal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of dendrites in a neuron?

    <p>To receive and integrate signals from other neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the neocortex?

    <p>It comprises about 90% of the total area of the cerebral cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the axon in a neuron?

    <p>To transmit the signal to other neurons or to muscles or glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the archicortex?

    <p>The oldest part of the cerebral cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of synapses in the cerebral cortex?

    <p>To transmit the signal from one neuron to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cerebral cortex composed of?

    <p>Nerve cell bodies, axons, dendrites, and central glial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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